Obituaries

John Raymond Boffenmyer

John Raymond Boffenmyer

Jan 27, 2018

John Raymond Boffenmyer, age 71, passed away Saturday, January 27, 2018 in Moss Point, MS. He loved to teach and avid marksman. He enjoyed hanging with friends at the American Legion and spending time with loved ones and family. John is preceded in death by his father, James Robert Boffenmyer, and his mother, Mary Leony Simmons Boffenmyer. Survivors include his...

Nunzio "Nute" Caranna

Nunzio "Nute" Caranna

Jan 27, 2018

Nunzio “Nute” Caranna, age 59, of Gulfport died Saturday, January 27, 2018 in Gulfport. He was born in Gulfport and was graduate of Gulfport High School and attended USM. He enjoyed fishing, boating and visiting with his friends at the “Belly Up Bar”. He was preceded in death by his father, Anthony J. Caranna; and his spouse, Jerrie Nadine Caranna....

Jenell Theresa Bosarge Nungesser

Jenell Theresa Bosarge Nungesser

Jan 26, 2018

Jenell Theresa Bosarge Nungesser went to eternal peace in heaven January 26, 2018 at the age of 76. Jenell was born on Sept. 11, 1941 in Biloxi, MS to Farrell and Leola Bosarge. She graduated in 1959 from Sacred Heart Girls High School. On July 23, 1960 she married the love of her life of 57 years, Ronald Thomas Nungesser....

James Douglas Wilson

James Douglas Wilson

Jan 26, 2018

James Douglas Wilson, age 82, of Pass Christian died Friday, January 26, 2018 in Slidell, LA. He was born in McCurtin, OK and had been a resident of Pass Christian since 1995. He previously served in the U.S. Air Force. He was a retired electronic engineer and worked in the space program in Hawaii and was on the ship that...

Monserrate Torres-Figueroa

Monserrate Torres-Figueroa

Jan 25, 2018

Monserrate Torres-Figueroa, age 86, passed away Thursday, January 25, 2018 in Ocean Springs, MS. Memorial service will be held Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the Ocean Springs Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home. Friends may visit one hour prior.

Mary Annette Bang Shehorn

Mary Annette Bang Shehorn

Jan 25, 2018

Mary Annette Bang Shehorn, age 54, died Thursday, January 25, 2018 at Ocean Springs Hospital. She was born on July 21, 1963 to George W. “Sam” Bang and Jessie Mae Bang of Vancleave. She is preceded in death by her father, George Bang and Eva Jane Bang. She leaves behind her husband, Bobby Shehorn of Gautier; step-son, Bobby Curtis Shehorn...

Elizabeth Anne Wolfe  Tarbox

Elizabeth Anne Wolfe Tarbox

Jan 24, 2018

Elizabeth Anne Wolfe Tarbox, 51, resident of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2018 after a long, brave battle with cancer. Her services are being handled by Bradford O’Keefe Funeral Home and will take place on Friday, February 2, 2018 at 10am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1148 Klein Rd., Gulfport, MS 39503. The...

Gary Dean Jones

Gary Dean Jones

Jan 23, 2018

Gary D Jones, age 63, of Saucier died Tuesday, January 23, 2018 in Gulfport. Private services. Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home, O’Neal Road, Gulfport is in charge of arrangements.

Jeanette "Jenne" Butler Migues

Jeanette "Jenne" Butler Migues

Jan 22, 2018

Jeanette “Jenne” Butler Migues, 59, of Vancleave, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2018. Jenne was a native of Biloxi and had lived many years in Vancleave. She went to Biloxi High School, and had worked in the casino industry for the last 24 years. She opened the Magic Casino in Biloxi, worked at Isle of Capri and then the...

Blanche Yvonne  Gregorie Bonin

Blanche Yvonne Gregorie Bonin

Jan 20, 2018

Blanche Yvonne Gregoire Bonin, age 76, of Woolmarket died Saturday, January 20, 2018. Blanche (known to many as Meméré) was born Feburary 17, 1941 in Lowell, MA and has been a resident of Biloxi for the past 50 years. She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry J. and Rita Proulx Gregoire of Lowell, MA. Blanche is survived by...

Emma Jane Rose

Emma Jane Rose

Jan 20, 2018

Emma Jane Rose, born March 20, 1962, went to eternal rest with the Lord, January 20, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward B. and Vetta (English) Rose. She was also preceded in death by Mr. James Blackledge who held a special place in her heart, who she looked up to as a second father. Emma Jane...

Kennon Robertson

Kennon Robertson

Jan 20, 2018

Mrs. Kennon Robertson, age 63, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2018. Kennon was born October 19, 1954, in Placer County, California. She spent most of her youth moving around the west coast until her mother and father moved to Ocean Springs, MS, in 1971. She spent more than 25 years working for Jackson County as...

Thomas "Tony" Homsany

Thomas "Tony" Homsany

Jan 19, 2018

Thomas "Tony" Homsany, age 89, passed away Friday, January 19th, 2018 in Biloxi, MS. He was a devoted husband and father and a devout Catholic. He was loved by his family and everyone who knew him. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who adored him, thought he was “The silliest one of all.” Tony was retired military with 34 years of active...

Beatrice Mary Bounds

Beatrice Mary Bounds

Jan 19, 2018

Beatrice Mary Bounds, age 93, of Biloxi, passed away Friday, January 19, 2018 at her home surrounded by family. She was born March 5, 1924 to Benjamin Casper and Annie Kriss. She married Carl P. Bounds at St. John's Church in Biloxi on April 25, 1942. She was a stay-at-home mom and loved taking care of her whole family. She...

Catherine Chandler Phifer

Catherine Chandler Phifer

Jan 19, 2018

Jocie Catherine Phifer, age 89, passed away Friday, January 19th, 2018 She was born October 16, 1928 in Little Rock, MS. She was a member of Grace Memorial Baptist Church in Gulfport and a member of their Inspirations Senior Citizen Group. She retired from Sears Roebuck in 1988. Mrs. Phifer is preceded in death by her husband, Houston Ellis Phifer,...

Gloria Mary Conley

Gloria Mary Conley

Jan 18, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Mrs. Gloria Conley announces her passing after a long, fulfilling life on Thursday, January 18, 2018 at 88 years old. Gloria is predeceased by her husband, Louis B. Conley; her parents, Irenee and Nellie Pelletier; and her sister, Joan Hamilton. Gloria will be lovingly remembered by her two sons, Gary (Becky)...

Donna Lee Catchot Burtt

Donna Lee Catchot Burtt

Jan 18, 2018

Donna Lee Catchot Burtt, 61, passed away in her home on Thursday, January 18, 2018, with her husband and three children by her side. Donna was born in Biloxi, Mississippi, on June 8, 1956, and was a lifelong resident of Ocean Springs. She was a graduate of Ocean Springs High School and the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. Donna spent...

James Lloyd  Boles, Jr.

James Lloyd Boles, Jr.

Jan 18, 2018

James Lloyd Boles, Jr., 90, of Biloxi, MS passed away Thursday, January 18, 2018 in Biloxi. Mr. Boles was born October 26, 1927 in Rockwood, TN to James L. Boles, Sr. and Nola Mae Cooper Boles. He retired from the U.S. Air Force after 21 years of service. Mr. Boles enjoyed fishing. He is preceded in death by his wife,...

Lide  Barrett

Lide Barrett

Jan 17, 2018

Lide Barrett, 95, died peacefully on Wednesday, January 17, 2018. Lide was born Lide Pina Asmara Gagliardi on August 27, 1922 in Pisa, Italy to Alesandro and Dini Asmara Gagliardi. Lide was preceded in death by her husband, Marcus Eugene Barrett, Jr.; her grandson, Patrick Clay Bishop, Jr.; her parents; her brothers, Franio, Stelio and George Gagliardi; her sister, Carlina...

Wesley 'Wes" Eugene  Henson

Wesley 'Wes" Eugene Henson

Jan 16, 2018

Wesley “Wes” Eugene Henson, age 58, of Biloxi, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 surrounded by his family and loved ones. Wes was born in Escambia County, Pensacola, Florida on September 18, 1959, the oldest son of Audrey Faye (Haynes) and Marvin Thomas Henson, Sr. He graduated from High School in White Plains, Alabama, class of 1979. He joined...